Colors of My Heart
Artist(s):
Sharon Burch
Label: Canyon Records
Publisher(s):
Canyon Records
Studio: Canyon Records
Manufacturer: Canyon Records
Binding: Audio CD
List Price: $15.98
Our Price: $13.99
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Track Listing
1.
Wee Play
2.
Pigeon Corn
3.
We Are Here
4.
Colors of My Heart
5.
Don't Be Afraid
6.
All Is Beautiful
7.
Cradle Song
8.
Spotted Horse
9.
Sweet Dreams
10.
Little Star Shine
11.
Corn Pollen Boy
12.
Earth Child
Editorial Reviews
Product Description
The music of Sharon Burch captures the beauty of traditional Navajo ways and shares an intimate glimpse into the relationship of mother and child in the traditions of the Dine. Inspired by songs sung by her mother and grandfather, Colors of My Heart celebrates family, Mother Earth, and a connection to all living things. This long awaited follow-up to the INDIE award winning, Touch the Sweet Earth has both English and Navajo lyrics.
Amazon.com
Colors of My Heart, as with previous releases by Navajo native Sharon Burch, blends contemporary folksy acoustic styling with rich Diné musical heritage. Paying homage to the lineage of her mother's people, the land to which she is inextricably bound, and the eternal spiral of life, Burch enchants listeners of all backgrounds with an accessible earthy femininity. Accompanying herself on acoustic guitar, the artist sings in both English and her native tongue, her voice ringing out with bell-like clarity, suffused with sweetness and weight. William Eaton's warm tones provide a warm low-end on bass and synth guitar, and the songs are further filled with sounds of silver flute, violin and cello, and drums and rattle. The cozy and practical intimacy of "We Are Here" and the title cut gather the listener in like a warm fire on a November night, while "Spotted Horse" surprises with a Navajo twist on the doo-wop sound, and "Little Star Shine" joyously celebrates motherhood. Colors of My Heart paints the world in hues that one is better for having seen. --Paige La Grone
Customer Reviews
soulful find
Simple in external construction and complex in soulful reserves, Sharon Burch delivers Navajo/English poetry and song in a refreshingly new light of spiritual ambition and flourish.Amazing and beautiful.
An Arizona Opinion
When people ask me about Sharon Burch, I tell them "Think traditional Navajo meets Peter, Paul, and Mary"!
She has a trained voice, but is heavily influenced by her father- a "Singer" (shaman). She sings mainly women and children's songs in Navajo and English. I am fascinated by Navajo Yeibichai songs, but can't listen to them for too long. Sharon Burch, on the other hand, I can listen to all day!
I notice that the other reviews talk about this being great for kids- which I am sure it is- but it is also great for adults!!!
Amazing - Simply Amazing
I have listened to Sharon since living in Arizona. I have used her music in my Native American Storytelling to illustrate the connection to the animals, the earth and to each other. Children love this CD - I played it for my children as babies and have given it as baby gift's to other parents. I can't say enough of how rich and wonderful Sharon's messages, lyrics and music are - how they can calm the sea's of life and make me smile. If you want those same feelings - buy this CD - it's Amazing - Simply Amazing!!!!
Pure Musical Enjoyment
I have To Touch The sweet Earth & this CD & I absolutely love Sharon Burch. I have played this CD more than the other one. Her voice & her music are wonderful. I cannot adequately put into words how she touches me with her music. All I can say is listen for yourself & see how beautiful her music is. Let her reach out & touch you.
Beautiful in every way
I've played this album innumerable times for my art classes at an elementary school. Kids never tire of it. They have learned the words and love to sing along. The messages of the songs touch the heart and help make better people. I have intended to write this review for a long time but after observing the children's response to it today I felt it was time. PERFECT for Kids. I love this album. Thank you Sharon Burch.
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